L'Ecole No. 41 Walla Walla Cabernet Sauvignon 2022 - 750ml

94pts Jeb Dunnuck

A brawny, complete red made entirely from one variety, the 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon Walla Walla Valley is sourced from a wealth of great sites, including Pepper Bridge, Summit View, and Yellow Jacket, in addition to estate sites Seven Hills and Ferguson. Nearly two years in French oak barrels round out the substantial tannins, impressive in their elegant, full-bodied power, the rich layers evoking notes of clove, dark chocolate, and blackcurrant. This should gracefully age a good 10-15 years.

94pts Wine Enthusiast

Blackberries and bittersweet dark chocolate is a winning aroma combination for this brawny, full-bodied Cabernet Sauvignon. With a bit of air time, aromas of grape hyacinth and pine bark join the party. Powerful, chewy tannins frame the wine's black cherry pastille, anise and black tea flavors. If you open this bottle any time soon, prepare to decant. It should age gracefully for another 12-13 years.
Cellar Selection

93pts James Suckling

This complex red has aromas of cocoa powder, walnuts, blackberries and dried herbs. It’s full-bodied yet elegant, with refined tannins and a long, sleek and flavorful finish. Try from 2026.

92pts Decanter

There's a real sweetness to the aromatics from the iconic Rocks District site, Yellowjacket Vineyard, planted in the cobblestones of this ancient river bed in 2000—notes of sweet tobacco, black plums and a touch of salty brine. The palate is ripe black plums, a noite of hoisin sauce and sweet earth.

92pts Vinous

Shavings of dark chocolate mix with lavender pastille and dried black cherries as the 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon Walla Walla Valley blossoms in the glass. It is silken in feel and beautifully balanced, displaying both weight and energy as polished red and black fruits slowly saturate. Fine-grained tannins wrap the senses in youthful poise as the 2022 finishes long and slightly chewy, leaving a tinge of licorice to fade. While enjoyable already, losing a few bottles in the cellar is highly recommended.

Winemaker Notes

Elegant and beautiful, this refined Cabernet Sauvignon captivates with its aromatic clarity, offering deep notes of black currant, thyme, rose petals, and graphite, accented by hints of baking spice, dark chocolate, and a savory earthiness. On the palate, vibrant flavors of black plum, blackberry, and lavender unfold gracefully, supported by polished cocoa powder tannins and a bold, enduring finish.